Hot Chocolate Mix

Makes about 1½ pints

Ingredients

1½ cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp table salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp cayenne pepper

Directions

Whisk together all ingredients in a medium bowl. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. 

To make 1 serving, heat 1 cup whole milk in a small saucepan over medium just until hot and milk begins to steam, about 5 minutes. Whisk in 2 tablespoons hot chocolate mix. Serve immediately. Add marshmallows or whipped cream with a light dusting of cinnamon if desired.